Grilled Pineapple and Rum-Marinated Tiki Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

How this recipe was made — this recipe was drafted by AislePrompt's AI-assisted pipeline from technique templates and USDA-sourced nutrition data, and published by AislePrompt Editorial — see how AislePrompt recipes are developed and reviewed.

Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a tropical rum glaze, grilled alongside caramelized pineapple chunks for a sweet and smoky Tiki-inspired appetizer. This Caribbean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, fresh pineapple, dark rum for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 320 cal/serving

Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs
1 cup, cut into 1-inch chunks fresh pineapple
1/4 cup dark rum
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
3 cloves minced garlic
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

The grilling tools we’d reach for here → Best Grilling Tools and BBQ Gadgets for 2026: Top Picks + Buying Guide

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.

More Cookware & pots → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup dark rum, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper. Whisk until sugar dissolves and marinade is well mixed.
Step 2: Cut 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs into 1.5-inch pieces and add to the marinade. Toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours, to infuse flavors.
Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces and 1 cup pineapple chunks alternately onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning carefully until chicken is cooked through and pineapple has caramelized edges, about 10-12 minutes total.
Step 5: Remove skewers and let rest for 3 minutes before serving. The combination of rum marinade and grilled pineapple offers a vibrant Tiki-inspired flavor.